NEWS OF THE DAY.

Globe, Volume XXII, Issue 2000, 22 July 1880, Page 2

NEWS OF THE DAY.

Jottenalistic, —Tho “Ellesmere Advertiser” was published at Southbridge for the first time yesterday. Another journal, the “Guardian,” is announced to make its appearance nt tho same place to-day. East Ohristchuech Pigbon Fltinq Club. —A match under tho auspices of the above Olub was flown yesterday from Timaru (99 miles.) The following is the result: — Mr Earr.shaw’s Savunaka, first, 2!i. and Cm,; Mr Hick -’s Storm bird, 2 h. and 15m.; Mr Hicks’s Bow Brils, 2h. and 31m.; Mr Hall’s Blue Gown, 2h, 44m.

Pbdestbianism. A second meeting of local pedestrians was held last night at Mr R. Richardson's Empire Hotel, for the purpose of re-considering the question of a twentyfour hours’ walking competition to be held in Christchurch. The meeting was well attended, but it was, however, considered that a twenty-four hours’ competition would not meet with sufficient success as regard competitors, as the majority of the peds looked upon the performances in the Dunedin competition by Brooks, Swan, Malcolm, and others as a little too much for them to tackle. Some sporting gentlemen of the city have, however, undertaken to carry through a twelve hours' handicap, which was mutually agreed upon, so as to give every competitor a fair show according to his ability. A good number of entries is expected, as no doubt various other places will be represented, and a successful gathering may be looked fcr. Two gentlemen wore appointed to form a committee, for the purpose of drawing up conditions, &o , which will most likely be aettlod during tho end of the week. Tho time appointed for tho twelve hours’ handicap walking competition,‘open to all comers of New Zealand, is the 4th of September. Musical —F.-o;n a private letter received by a gentleman in Christchurch wo loam that the debut in Melbourne of tho daughters of Madame Eanny Simonson was a pronounced success. One —Miss Leonora—is well known in Christchurch, and her success will therefore interest many. The other young lady will make the acquointanco of the Chriat!-h'’rch public in a few months, when Mudame Simonsen will make a tour of New Zsaland at tho head of a strong operatic company. Speaking of the debut of the two young ladies the Melbourne “Argus” says:--“The order of Miss Leonora Simonson's voice will be at once classed from tho selections wo have named. It is a mezzo-soprano of full compass, even range, and moat musical quality. The organ has been properly trained in the matter of flexibility, and is now properly under the control of a young mind of sensibility and refinement. The effect produced by such a singer as Mias Leonora Simonsen is that of perfect contentment and approval on the part of the listener. In such an air as “Alas, those chimes,” Miss Leonora Simonsen gave unqualified delight for perfect stylo and the right utterance of true sentiment. We have never heard it better sung in this country. Miss Martina Simonsen, tho younger of the two sisters, is an admirable musical companion to tbe elder. Her voice is a high soprano of quite extraordinary power in one so young, of a clear, penetrating, and thorougly sweet tone, of flexibility fit to do ample justice to tho brilliant “Oarnavalo de Yeniee” (Benedict’s), and a range that can ring out E natural (third line above the treble stave) with ease, with ample force, and with perfect purity of intonation.” Papanui Ploughing Match.—Tho dinner in connection with this annual event took place on Tuesday evening, at the Sawyer’s Arms Hotel. Upwards of one hundred persons sat down to a repeat provided in Host Wild’s usual excellent style. The chair was occupied by Mr J. T. Matson, the vicechairs by Bov. E. Q-. Brittan and Mr Wright, sen. Mr Brittan being obliged to leave shortly after the removal of the cloth, the vacancy was filled by Mr 0. E. Briggs. Tho usual loyal and patriotic toasts having been duly honoured, the prizes, which were very liberal, were presented to the winners by the chairman. A long least list was then gone through, and some songs were sung in a manner only to be heard at Papanui, The company separated at a respectable hour highly delighted with the evening’s proceedings. Avow Lodge.—The regular meeting of Avon Lodge No. 23, A. 0., was held last night, when there was a largo attendance. Votes of thanks for past services and certificates of membership were presented to Bros. T. J. and E.-Riggs, who were leaving for America, and also to Bro. Pieremonte, The report of the delegates to the Friendly Societies Association was received and adopted. Bro. Welch was installed as Bee. Sec. by Dep. Diat. Q-.R. Bro, Schwartz Bro. P.GK Bracken, of Dunedin, was present, and was duly received. It wag resolved to hold a lodge of the Bsbekah Degree on Friday night. Elkotoeal Rolls.—As the electoral rolls for the different electoral districts will shortly be printed, we desire to call the attention of tho electors to the necessity of ascertaining that their names will appear on tho printed rolls. The office of the registrar for Christchurch, Avon, Hcathcote and Selwyn, in Armagh street west, is open three times a week, and the rolls of those districts can be inspected there. The new Registration of Electors Act require that the occupations and residences of the voters should be given, and in a large number of cases as that information has not been furnished to the registrar he has been unable to place the names on tho roll, although their qualifications are otherwise correct.

Good Tempiaet. —The Addington Pioneer Lodge, No. 9,1.0.G.T. held their second open meeting in St. Mary’s schoolroom on Monday last. Bro. Lang was voted to the chair. There was a good attendance. The following programme was gone through—Duet by the Sisters Bell; songs by Sisters Douglass and Kingsford, Bros. Downing, Heath and Thompson ; reading, Bro. R. Brown ; recitations by Bros. Douglass, Davidson, Penrose and Parker, addresses by Bros. Peake and Turnbull. A hearty vote of thanks to all who had assisted, and the singing of the closing ode, brought the meeting to a close. St. Mast’s, Addington. —An entertainment was held in the schoolroom on Tuesday evening, and passed off very successfully. The audience was fairly numerous. The proceedings were opened with a duet by Messrs Bscott and Adley. Songs wore contributed by Mias Kelly aud Mias Clark and Messrs Lane, Barrant, and Bscott. Vocal duets by the Misses Kelly, Clark, and Lemonte, a trio by Messrs Cooper, Lane, and Barrant, and glees by the choir. Readings were given by Mrs Cololough and Mr Ross. The National Anthem terminated the proceedings.

Skating in the Ashbheton Goegb.—A very enjoyable day was spent on Monday last by a party of fire gentlemen residing in the Mount Somers district on Lake Butler and the small lakes in the vicinity. Skating was commenced early in the morning, so as to enjoy it as long as possible, as owing to the mildness of the weather the ice partially thaws by about midday. Considering that three of the party had only practised two or throe times, they made very good progress. Some 100 yards races were done in fair time (seventeen seconds). At midday the party returned to Mr Potts’ station, where they | wore hospitably entertained. Good toe the Cbbditoh3. —The Rangitikei “ Advocate ” mentions that a wealthy gentleman, with whom the editor of that paper has acquaintance, unwillingly contributed to the payment of a bankrupt’s overdraft in the following manner He was the holder of a cheque for £SO, and hearing that the drawer was likely to file, presented his cheque at the bank. It was marked “ not sufficient funds ” and returned. He then innocently asked what balance was required to meet it. This, of course, the banker declined to state. Our friend determined he would ascertain, so he resorted to the plan of paying £5 at a time, until he had deposited a sufficient balance to meet the cheque, presenting it for payment after each instalment. To his chagrin the cheque web dishonored, even after the whole £SO had been paid in. He was merely reducing his debtor’s overdraft, and lost £IOO instead of £SO. Lincoln. —The “Wizard of the South” gave a most successful entertainment in the Lincoln School'room, on Monday evening last, on behalf of the funds of the Lincoln Church. The performance consisted chiefly of feats of legerdemain, which were most skilfully manipulated, and occasioned most hearty roars of laughter and expressions of surprise, as much humor was interspersed with the illusions. Part, songs and solos were contributed by Mrs O’Callagban, Misses Ivey and Rosewarue, and Messrs Ivey and Gates, the latter gentleman also presiding at the pianoforte. At the cloce of the entertainment, a handsome silver tea and coffee service was presented to Mrs O’Callaghan by Mr J, Bell, on behalf of the ladiee of Lincoln and the surrounding neighborhood. The presentation was gratefully acknowledged by the Bov. A. P. O’Oallaghan in a brief speech, which elicited considerable applause. The service, which was obtained from Mr Sandstein, Christchurch, bore Ihrlfollowing inscription:— “Presented to Mrs O’Oallagbau by the ladies of Lincoln, as a token of esteem, on the occasion of her leaving the district. July, 18S0. Canterbury, New Zealand.” Afterthe usual votes of thanks had boon accorded, the proceedings terminated by singing the National Anthem. The tchool-room was then cleared, and dancing commenced, and was kept up till an early hour in the morning. Tbout Hatching.— The trout are hatching out most successfully in the acclimatisation reserve, and are strong and healthy. There are about fifty or sixty thousand in the boxes altogether.

Pouxtby Show. —The Oddfellow*’ Hall was fairly attended during the day, and it i* expected that the Show will be largely patronised this evening. The pigeon match came off during the forenoon. A report appears elsewhere. Mutual Impbotbmbnt Association. — The Wesleyan Mutual Improvement Association held their usual weekly meeting at their rooms on Monday evening. The Eev. A. Reid in the chair. There was a large attendance of both members and visitors. The subject of the evening was “ Popular fallacies in connection with the drink traffic.” A very animated discussion took place. Diocesan Sunday-school Association. —A general meeting of the members will be held this evening, at half-past seven o’clock, at St. Michael’s schoolroom.

Cathedral Guild. —At the meeting which is announced by advertisement for Thursday in next week, Mr Neville G. Barnett, P.C.0., will deliver a lecture on the “ Choral Service,” with musical illustrations by a select choir. A subject of such interest to Church people should ensure a full attendance, especially as the public are invited free of charge. Prom the “ Church News ” we cull the following syllabus ; —Rubrical and historical authorities ; objections considered; favorable testimony of wor-hy men; the power of music; its value in sacred things; its right employment; monotone ; authorised inflexions, their traditional use; responses for fast, festival and ferial occasions; the Psalms ; Venito; Gloria Pa+ri; Te Denm; Anthem, a musical sermon; hymn singing; ordinary faults to be avoided, &c.; conclusion.

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